Experience the rainforest

Explore the rainforest without leaving the UK. The Living Rainforest is home to 700 species of plants and animals. Watch birds, butterflies, lizards and a two-toed sloth roam free in our tropical glasshouses.... Read more

Schools programme

Each year, The Living Rainforest's acclaimed education programme welcomes over 25,000 school children. Four tours are available, supporting key subjects in the Curriculum.... Read more

Our history

The Living Rainforest stands at the former site of one of Europe's leading orchid nurseries. In 1993, it re-opened as a rainforest visitor centre. Today, with registered educational charity status, we welcome over 90,000 visitors a year.... Read more

Solutions for sustainable living

The Trust for Sustainable Living, which runs The Living Rainforest, hosts a range of events on contemporary sustainability topics, including the annual International Schools Essay Competition & Debate and Schools Sustainability Challenge. Subscribe to our newsletter (below) for occasional news updates.... Read more

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May Half Term Events: Beautiful Biodiversity

Celebrate the amazing biological diversity of the tropical rainforests this May Half Term (May 25-31) at the Living Rainforest.

See 700 species of tropical rainforest plants and animals in our tropical glasshouses. Then enjoy biodiversity-themed events ranging from Rainforest Tours and Children’s Craft Workshops to Animal Talks and Rainforest Music Sessions.

Our holiday events vary daily and can be enjoyed free with regular admission.